How to Make a Water Supply for Honey Bees
- 1). Locate a level surface near the hive but away from the bees' main flight path to help prevent the bees from defecating in the water as they fly over.
- 2). Place the shallow container on that location. Fill with coarse gravel or small pebbles until the container is half to three-quarters full.
- 3). Pour water into the container until the water level is near the top of the gravel or pebbles. There should be solid surfaces above the water for the bees to stand on to drink.
- 4). Replace the water as needed.
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